Biocon founder Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw opted for the Namma Metro's Purple Line to bypass Bengaluru's notorious traffic, traveling from Whitefield to Vidhana Soudha. She lauded the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) for the seamless journey, accompanied by Jennifer Erich of Exxon Mobil. The initiative drew praise online, highlighting the importance of public transport usage across all societal levels.
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Baikunthanath Sarangi, a chief engineer, was arrested on his retirement day for amassing disproportionate assets exceeding Rs 15 crore. He was caught on video throwing cash during a vigilance raid. Searches revealed multiple properties, significant cash holdings, and investments. In a separate case, searches were conducted on N Dillip Kumar Choudhury, an assistant executive engineer, for similar allegations.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman lauded the CBIC for its swift response to social media allegations of GST registration delays and corruption. A Twitter user shared claims of a 20-day wait, prompting CBIC to clarify that the application was under Delhi State GST jurisdiction and awaiting taxpayer clarification on a rent agreement detail. Sitharaman emphasized transparency and integrity in taxpayer service.
Royal Challengers Bangalore clinched a Qualifier 1 spot in IPL 2025, triumphing over Lucknow Super Giants by six wickets. Chasing a challenging 227-3, RCB's Jitesh Sharma's explosive 85 off 33 balls and key contributions from Virat Kohli and Mayank Agarwal secured the win.
Bengaluru Police have filed an FIR against the RCB franchise, DNA Entertainment Networks, and the KSCA Administrative Committee following the tragic stampede on Wednesday that resulted in 11 fatalities. The FIR, registered at Cubbon Park Police Station, cites criminal negligence.
Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju defends the upcoming 'UMEED' Central Portal for waqf properties, asserting its legality and alignment with the Constitution. He dismisses concerns raised by the All India Muslim Personal Law Board, emphasizing the portal's role in enhancing waqf management through accountability and transparency.
Donald Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill' faces skepticism from Republican senators, international investors, and even Elon Musk, due to concerns about escalating US debt. Despite White House assurances of economic growth, critics highlight rising debt levels following Trump's 2017 tax reductions. Experts warn that increased debt could sustain elevated interest rates, hindering economic expansion and burdening future policymakers.
Heart blockage, stemming from narrowed arteries, poses a significant global health risk. Recognizing early warning signs like chest discomfort, shortness of breath, unexplained fatigue, and pain in the extremities is crucial for timely intervention. Other indicators include sweating, nausea, irregular heartbeat, and swelling in the legs, warranting immediate medical assessment to prevent fatal cardiac events.
A Delhi court has directed Tihar jail authorities to present the inquiry file concerning the security of Christian Michel James, who is jailed in connection with the AgustaWestland case. Special Judge Sanjeev Aggarwal has set June 6 as the deadline for the submission.
The Trump administration has approached the US Supreme Court. It wants to implement widespread layoffs and agency closures. A lower court had halted these actions. The administration argues it doesn't need Congressional approval for staffing decisions. They call the lower court's ruling indefensible. Critics fear the changes will weaken essential public services.